Aaron Torres Sports Podcast

Aaron opens the show discussing the five things we know about college football so far - including the depth of the SEC and Big Ten, and whether the ACC is the worst conference in recent college football history. Then he previews Week 4 of college football, hitting on Wisconsin-Notre Dame, Arkansas-A&M and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a loaded show, as Aaron discusses Dereck Lively's commitment to Duke, why he was wrong on Jon Scheyer and what it means for Kentucky. Then he gives quick reaction to the 2022 SEC schedule release, and plays "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing Georgia's rise, Oklahoma's struggles, CFB Playoff expansion and Ben Simmons Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a show! Aaron explains why he believes this will be the year we get real playoff shake-up, discusses who is most disappointing - Clemson, Oklahoma or Ohio State and if this is the year Penn State breaks through after beating Auburn? Plus, should Alabama be worried after a narrow win over Florida?! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron previews all the big Week 3 games, including Florida-Bama, Auburn-Penn State and Nebraska-Oklahoma. Then he discusses Top 5 recruit Chris Livingston committing to Kentucky, and why this is *bigger* than you think, and is joined by his old friend Nick Coffey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron dedicates most of today's show to the news that USC has fired Clay Helton. He lists the candidates that he would call if he were AD, who else could be in the mix and why he believes that USC has more at stake when making this hire than they've ever had before Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and we have a loaded Aaron Torres Podcast, as he fully wraps Week 2 of college football, included - Oregon dominating Ohio State, if its time for the Buckeyes to worry, Texas is not back, Clay Helton's scorching hot seat and more. Here is a full rundown: Pac-12 picks up another signature win + time to worry about Ohio State: Aaron opens the show by discussing Oregon's dominant and stunning win over Ohio State Saturday (1:30). He explains why this is another signature win for the Pac-12, explains why the league finally seems to be catching up with the rest of college football, and also, just how good can Oregon be this year? Also, how big could the Oregon-UCLA game on October 23rd be? Finally, we ask just how worried Ohio State fans should be, after two losses in three games and a track record dating back to last year of struggling against just about everyone (12:30). Texas is NOT back, Sam Pittman keeps rolling: From there, Aaron continues discussing Texas getting steamrolled at Arkansas (22:20). He discusses why everyone seemed to enjoy Texas's struggles so much, why they're the most arrogant fan-base in college football, and also where they would rank if they were actually in the SEC? Finally he discusses the incredible turnaround at Arkansas, where Sam Pittman continues to work wonders after last season (31:45). Clay Helton hot seat and the rest of college football: Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing USC's embarrasing loss and why it's officially time for Clay Helton to go (41:00). He wraps on Michigan beating Washington, why he's officially out on Iowa State, Texas A&M, Kentucky and the rest of the weekend in college football. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a mega Friday episode as Aaron welcomes two-time national champion and now Hall of Famer Jay Wright to the show! The Villanova coach discusses the Hall of Fame, old school Big East rivalries, coaching the Olympics and his 2021-2022 Wildcats. Before that, Aaron does a deep dive into Week 2 of the college football season and discusses the Big 12's expansion plans, which could be announced Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses the single biggest Week 2 CFB storyline no one is talking about, another epic Nick Saban rant and the No. 1 high school basketball in America, Shaedon Sharpe, committing to Kentucky. Then he makes his Super Bowl pick and chats with Aaron Torres Online NFL writer John Frascella about the season ahead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Week 1 of college football is in the books and Aaron has you covered with a LOADED show. He discusses Georgia's domination, and how worried Clemson should be from the loss, as well as UCLA saving the Pac-12, and Coach O's hot seat heating up. Plus, much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this BONUS episode, we have a preview of Aaron's new podcast "The College Football Betting" show with Aaron Torres. Aaron gives an analytical break down for all the biggest games, and if you enjoy, links to the show are below. Oh, and the Aaron Torres Podcast returns to three episodes a week, next week after Labor Day Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are just hours from kick-off and we have a LOADED Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron discusses the fallout this week from Bishop Sycamore and previews Week 1, going through all the big games. Then he welcomes in Joshua Perry to discuss the season and his new podcast on the 2014 Ohio State title team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Football is BACK and we have a loaded Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron reacts to Week 0 with Nebraska falling apart and UConn somehow worse after a season off. Then he talks a high school football fiasco for ESPN, audio of Dino Gaudio trying to extort Chris Mack and Phil Steele joins the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses the next chapter in his career (and launch of Aaron Torres Media) before discussing the mega news that Emoni Bates has committed to play at Memphis next season. Then he discusses the ACC/Big Ten/Pac-12 alliance and previews Week 0 in college football! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's GAME WEEK, and Aaron gives you the most comprehensive college football preview you'll find - breaking down all the major conferences. He gives you his conference winners and College Football Playoff picks - plus a surprising national championship prediction! He wraps talking the Pac-12, ACC and Big Ten alliance and a fiasco at Coach K fantasy camp Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a LOADED Thursday show, as Aaron talks the Nebraska football NCAA scandal, Tim Tebow's legacy after being cut by the Jags and if Emoni Bates is a lock to Memphis. Then he welcomes in Bob Stoops to talk Oklahoma to the SEC and his thoughts on college football in 2021 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode, Aaron talks about the "Field of Dreams" game and what the MLB and other leagues can do to create fun, unique games like we saw on Thursday. He also talks college QB battles, and shares his thoughts on the SEC heading into football season. Then he is joined by good friend and ESPN analyst Cole Cubelic to talk all things college football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a loaded Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron discusses the NCAA slapping Baylor on the wrist for major rules violations, the latest in the Chris Mack vs. Dino Gaudio federal court case and his thoughts on the first college football Top 25 release. Then, friend of the show Hugh Freeze returns to talk about the season ahead, his loaded Liberty squad and friendship with Lane Kiffin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The No. 1 HS basketball player in Jalen Duren commits to Memphis - Aaron has full reaction on why the pressure is now on at Memphis and what it means for Miami and Kentucky who didn't get him. Plus, Team USA takes gold, an appreciation of Kevin Durant and RIP Bobby Bowden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Emoni Bates is reclassifying and we have an EMERGENCY Aaron Torres Pod. Will Emoni Bates play college hoops? Could he and Jalen Duren form a super team at Memphis? Plus, Aaron explains why all these crazy college football realignment rumors are a way bigger deal than you realize Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron opens the show by discussing fallout from the Texas/Oklahoma to the SEC news - as some other leagues appear to be BIG mad. Then he shares a couple very important updates on the college recruitment of top prospect Jalen Duren and Duke basketball's first post-Coach K recruiting run Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron has immediate reaction to the NBA Draft - discussing the picks he liked, the ones he didn't and others he didn't understand. From there, we re-run our interview with No. 1 pick Cade Cunningham during the season - and Aaron also has a personal announcement to lead the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses college football's newest rivalry, the Big 12 vs. ESPN, the story of a high school star reclassifying to make more NIL money and welcomes in Oklahoma football announcer Chris Plank to break down all the Texas, Oklahoma, SEC drama. Finally he wraps with a handful of thoughts on tonight's NBA Draft Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a LOADED Monday Aaron Torres Podcast, as Texas and Oklahoma have officially told the Big 12 they're leaving. What's next for OU and UT and what's next for the rest of the Big 12 teams? Plus Team USA's basketball debacle and Tennessee coach Rick Barnes joins the show! Here is a full rundown: Texas and Oklahoma officially ask out of the Big 12: Aaron opens the show by discussing the late breaking news that Texas and Oklahoma officially have asked out of the Big 12 (2:00). He explains why so much happened so quickly, and what the SEC and college football will look like with OU and UT in the SEC. Also, the murky future of the rest of the Big 12. What happens to the other eight teams, and why there is no guarantee another conference will actually want them (16:00)? Team USA basketball debacle: Next up, Aaron discusses Team USA's embarrassing opening loss of the Olympics (28:00). He explains why we need to stop making excuses for this team, and admit that they are poorly coached and poorly put together. Also, how much blame should Gregg Popovich get for the team's embarrassing effort so far? Rick Barnes joins the show: Finally, Aaron is joined by his old friend - Tennessee head basketball coach Rick Barnes (43:30). The guys discuss college basketball's changing landscape and how NIL and the transfer portal have changed his program. Also, he shares thoughts on his new squad, what went wrong last year, and how nice it is to have a "normal" off-season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have ourselves a LOADED Aaron Torres Pod. Aaron talks about the wild Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC rumors (and why the move is more complicated than most realize) and Nick Saban saying his QB has made "ungodly" money in the NIL market. Then, Olympian Annie Kunz joins the show. Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC: Aaron opens the show by discussing the wild Texas and Oklahoma to the SEC rumors (2:30). He explains why, while there are a number of obvious reasons that the rumors make sense, there are also a lot of hurdles that stand in the way of the two joining the league? Would SEC schools object? Would politicians stand in the way? And what does Oklahoma gain by joining the better league? Nick Saban NIL comments, Dabo on the playoff + Bobby Bowden: From there, Aaron quickly wraps around a couple other news and notes from college football. He discusses Nick Saban saying his quarterback has made "ungodly" money in the NIL game and what it means for the rest of college sports (23:00), Dabo's comments on the playoffs (32:00) and the news that legendary Florida State coach Bobby Bowden is not in good health (34:00). Olympian Annie Kunz joins the show: Finally, with the Summer Olympics kicking off Friday, Aaron welcomes in Olympian Annie Kunz to the show, who will be competing in the heptathlon in Tokyo this summer (38:00). The two discuss what it is like the moment you know you've qualified for the Olympics, what it's like to prepare four years for one track meet and how Covid actually helped her career. Also, how often does an Olympic athlete get to sit back, relax and actually have a beer? We have the answer in this fun, wide ranging interview. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday and after a week off, the Aaron Torres Podcast is BACK! Aaron discusses the transfer decisions of Kofi Cockburn and Marcus Carr, previews SEC Media Days and welcomes in Coastal Carolina football coach Jamey Chadwell, after last year's 11-1 season! Kofi Cockburn returns to Illinois and Marcus Carr to Texas: Aaron opens the show by discussing Kofi Cockburn's return to Illinois (3:30). He explains why it's good for Illinois and Kofi Cockburn, and also, just how serious was Kentucky in pursuit of the All-American center (hint: They weren't serious)? Aaron also discusses Marcus Carr's decision to go to Texas and why it makes the Longhorns a legit title contender in 2021-2022 (14:30). SEC Media Days Preview: Next up, Aaron previews the unofficial start of college football - SEC Media Days (24:00)! He recaps everything you may have forgotten from SEC football season last year, and looks ahead to the biggest questions in 2021. Can Bama reload on offense? Is it *finally* Georgia's year? How about A&M? And what about Josh Heupel at Tennessee - with thoughts on LSU, Ole Miss, Arkansas, Kentucky and much more. Coastal Carolina coach Jamey Chadwell joins the show: Finally, Aaron wraps with a fun interview with Coastal Carolina football coach Jamey Chadwell (55:30). Remember, Coastal had a magic season last year - finishing 11-1 and the guys discuss it all. They also discuss what it's like to have "normal" back in college football this year, what a 12-team playoff means for schools like Coastal and what it was like to put together a matchup with BYU last season - one of the games of the year - on three days notice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and we have an all new Aaron Torres Podcast! The NBA Draft deadline has passed - Aaron discusses the biggest winners and losers, teams that have risen this off-season and updates his college hoops Top 25! We have a new No. 1 and a bunch of new Top 10 teams - here's a full rundown: The NBA Draft decision deadline: Aaron spends the entire show talking about the NBA Draft deadline and what it means for college hoops next season. He opens by discussing the biggest decisions that happened this week, how NIL has helped college hoops and the few remaining transfers who could continue to shake up the Top 25 (3:00). Aaron's Updated Top 25: From there, he reveals his updated Top 25 now that draft decisions are in - it includes a new No. 1 team, several new additions to the Top 10 and a couple teams that fell after key players who decided to stay in the draft (10:00). Aspecial shout out to Torrent/Torrey Craig: We wrap shout out our old friend Torrent/Torrey Craig, who is playing in the NBA Finals and will earn an NBA championship ring, regardless of who wins the NBA title (37:00). This will be the final Aaron Torres Podcast until July 19th as Aaron is on vacation next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We've got a holiday edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast. Aaron shares what we learned in the first week of NIL era, discusses Illinois All-American Kofi Cockburn entering the portal (and asks if Kentucky is the favorite to land him). Also, Minnesota guard Marcus Carr is down to four. Where will he end up? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses a historic day in college sports as "Name, Image, Likeness" comes in - and asks the biggest questions surrounding the new NIL rules. Then he discusses Penny Hardaway's return to Memphis (and decision to hire Larry Brown) and an update on Jalen Duren's recruitment. Plus, his old friend Nick Coffey re-visits the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron drops Monday's episode early, as he discusses Penny Hardaway NBA rumors - rumors he told you about three weeks ago. Also what does it mean for top prospect Jalen Duren? Then he breaks down the biggest NBA Draft "stay or go" decisions and the absurd NC State baseball story from the weekend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses winners and losers from Tuesday night's NBA Draft lottery, shares a mock draft for every team in the lottery and discusses a loaded Big 12-SEC Challenge slate which was announced Wednesday. Finally his "shout out of the day" goes to ESPN's Jay Williams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a loaded Monday episode breaking down the NCAA's Supreme Court ruling, Aaron is back with a more traditional Aaron Torres Podcast - as he shares additional thoughts on the Supreme Court decision, why he loves the College World Series and even jumps into a wild NBA weekend, with thoughts on several recent college hoops stars Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday, but we have a special edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast, as lawyer and sports law expert Dan Lust joins the show to discuss what Monday's Supreme Court ruling means for the future of college sports. Here is a full rundown of today's show: Sports Law Expert Dan Lust explains Monday's Supreme Court ruling: After a quick introduction (2:30), Aaron welcomes in sports law expert Dan Lust for a full breakdown of what Monday's ruling means (13:30). The guys discuss what, if anything changes today (18:00) and why this doesn't directly have anything to do with "Name, Image, Likeness" rules, but kind of does. They wrap by discussing if the NCAA could've, or should've done anything different (32:00) and wonder aloud whether this will one day lead athletes being considered "employees" of the schools they play for (36:00). It was a historic day for college sports, and Dan Lust explains everything you need to know about what it means for the future of college sports. Make sure to follow Dan on Twitter @SportsLawLust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses the John Calipari/NBA chatter and gives the only two scenarios Cal leaves Kentucky for the pros. He also talks about Chris Beard building a power at Texas and hands out his College World Series championship pick. Then he brings on recruiting guru Jake Weingarten to talk Jalen Duren, and other big recruiting topics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a LOADED Monday Aaron Torres Podcast! Aaron explains why he is coming around to the idea of a 12-team College Football Playoff, what he knows about Jalen Duren's potential reclassification and why Penny Hardaway might be pursuing an NBA coaching job. Here is a full rundown of today's show: More details on the 12-team College Football Playoff proposal: Last week Aaron discussed the proposed 12-team College Football Playoff - but late last week, we got more details, and Aaron explains why the idea is growing on him (2:30). He gives five reasons why 12 might be the right number from better regular season games, to fewer opt outs and more teams and fans invested later in the season. He also shares a few concerns about the 12-team playoff as well and still wonders if eight teams is the right number for an expanded playoff. Is Jalen Duren reclassifying? Is Penny Hardaway headed to the NBA?: Next, Aaron hits on two major topics from the college hoops weekend. On last episode Aaron shared his impressions of the No. 1 high school player in America Jalen Duren and briefly talked about the potential he reclassifies (26:00). This weekend those reports picked up steam, and Aaron hits the topic from all angles. What are the chances Duren does reclassify and if so, what schools make the most sense? Finally he discusses a report from Adrian Wojnarowski (aka "Woj") that Penny Hardaway may be considering NBA jobs. Aaron tells you some intel he's heard - and explains why it's more likely than many believe (48:00). Today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped: If you're looking for a Father's Day gift, go to ManScaped.com for all the best products in the "below the waist" grooming category. Use promo code "TORRES" to get 20 percent off your purchase + free shipping worldwide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses talk of a 12-team College Football Playoff and also shares notes from his time at the Pangos All-American basketball camp. Then he brings on Arkansas baseball play-by-play voice Phil Elson to tell us what we need to know for this weekend's "Super Regionals" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a different kind of Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron welcomes in wildlife expert and host of Animal Planet's "Extinct or Alive" Forrest Galante. The guys discuss the show, Forrest's new book and his craziest adventures of trying to find extinct animals in the world's most dangerous countries. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses how two incidents this weekend helped him understand why "Name, Image, Likeness" will be a good thing for college sports, gives you a handful of College Football Playoff betting dark horses and also describes how he came down with a severe case of college baseball fever this weekend! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As promised we've got ourselves a Friday bonus episode, as Aaron discusses Thursday's bizarre Coach K press conference, the programs who benefit most from Coach K's retirement and why Jon Scheyer seems destined to fail. Then he welcomes on Nick Coffey to discuss the retirement, state of Louisville basketball and the Dino Gaudio situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back with an EMERGENCY POD as Coach K has announced he'll retire following the 2021-2022 season. Aaron has full reaction, goes in depth on why it happened, what it means for college hoops and what's next now that Jon Scheyer is taking over. He also discusses the shocking news that Brad Stevens has stepped down from coaching, and wonders if he'll ever return to the college game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron is back after a holiday weekend to chat about the relationship between fans and players after several incidents this week in the NBA (and recently in college football and basketball as well) and why that relationship is more complicated than many in the media give it credit for it. Then plays a game of "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" recapping other big stories from the weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With transfer portal season basically over, Aaron updates his "Way Too Early Top 25" with Kentucky, Texas and others making big moves. Then he welcomes Auburn coach Bruce Pearl to the show to talk about a tumultuous off-season, the transfer portal and why he's excited about his 2021-2022 Tiger squad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses three more players choosing professional routes over college hoops and what it means for the future of college hoops, as well as reaction to Week 1 college football point spreads being released and Tim Tebow jersey sales through the roof. Finally he gives a wild update on the situation at University of Hartford Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses the commitments of Sahvir Wheeler at Kentucky + Remy Martin at Kansas, and what they mean for each team, the latest Louisville scandal and ranks his transfer portal "winners." Then he's joined by ESPN's Dave Pasch to discuss the Pac-12's NCAA Tourney success, the NBA playoffs and share Bill Walton stories Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Monday, it's May, but the Aaron Torres Podcast rolls on. Aaron discusses Jaden Hardy choosing the G-League over college hoops (and why it's actually a good sign for college hoops), Bob Huggins' Hall of Fame snub and plays "Where Aaron was right, where Aaron was wrong." Jaden Hardy (2:00): Aaron opens the show by discussing five-star guard Jaden Hardy's decision to bypass college for the G-League, and why, in this particular season, only having two players choose the G-League over college hoops is a great sign for college basketball. Also, how close were Kentucky and UCLA to landing him, and why players and their parents are starting to see what Aaron has discussed for years: The value that college basketball brings for a player. Bob Huggins Hall of Fame snub (18:00): From there, Aaron transitions to Hall of Fame weekend, which also included an announcement on next year's Hall of Fame class. One person not on the list: Bob Huggins, who is eighth on college basketball's all-time wins list, and has consistently been one of the best coaches in the sport for 30 years. When you hear Huggins' resume you'll be amazed he isn't in already. Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong (30:00): Finally, Aaron plays America's favorite game "Where Aaron Was Right, Where Aaron Was Wrong" discussing Chin Coleman and Orlando Antigua's impact, Mike Woodson's surprise recruiting run, the Knicks in the playoffs and why FCS football in the spring went better than he could've possibly expected. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and we have a rip-roaring new edition of the Aaron Torres Sports Podcast. Aaron breaks down two major commitments from Wednesday - TyTy Washington to Kentucky and Patrick Baldwin to Milwaukee, and what they mean for their two schools. Then he switches to football and wonders why he wonders why everyone is so upset about Tim Tebow getting another shot in the NFL, and says RIP to a college football legend. Here is the full rundown:TyTy Washington and Patrick Baldwin commit: Aaron opens the show by discussing two major commitments, as five-stars TyTy Washington and Patrick Baldwin commit to Kentucky and UW-Milwaukee specifically. With Washington headed to Kentucky, Aaron explains why he believes the Wildcats have their missing piece, but why one other player - rumored to be ready to commit - would put the Wildcats back at the top of the sport (2:30). Then he talks about Baldwin's decision to play for his father at UW-Milwaukee, and why the best news for college hoops fans is that he didn't end up at Duke (16:00) as well as another transfer commit at Arkansas. Tim Tebow outrage + RIP Colt Brennan: Finally, Aaron wraps the show with a little football. He wonders why the world is so outraged that Tim Tebow is getting another shot in the NFL, and explains why there are plenty of examples in pro sports of players who aren't considered the "best" getting a shot over more qualified players (25:00). Finally he wraps by discussing the death of a college football legend, as Colt Brennan passed away at just 37-years-old on Monday (35:00). Today's episode is brought to you by PrizePicks:Download the PrizePicks app or visit PrizePicks.com for a chance to bet real money on daily fantasy sports. Use the promo code "TORRES" to get a 100% bonus on any deposit up to $100. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron discusses Kentucky hoops putting together arguably the best coaching staff in the country, Jimbo vs. Saban and why Saban signing two elite players via the transfer portal should be scary for college football fans. Finally, a disappointing update as University of Hartford fights to save DI athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Thursday and it's time for an all new Aaron Torres Podcast! Aaron updates his "Way Too Early Top 25" after this spring's transfer portal activity and discusses what the commitment of CJ Fredrick means for Kentucky. Then, he brings on his buddy Jack Pilgrim from KSR to discuss coaching changes at UK, CJ Fredrick and if the Wildcats are ready to bounce back next season. Updated "Way Too Early Top 25" + CJ Fredrick to Kentucky: Aaron opens the show by updating his "Way Too Early Top 25" (4:30). Aaron released his Top 25 after the season, but after a spring full of transfer portal activity, thought it was time to give a quick update, on who had a successful spring and who is falling. There are several news teams who have made a leap. From there he discusses the commitment of Iowa sharpshooter CJ Fredrick to Kentucky (22:00) why the news is way bigger than people realize, and why the Wildcats are one piece away from actually being really good next season. KSR's Jack Pilgrim joins the show: Next up, Kentucky basketball insider Jack Pilgrim joins to discuss the state of the Wildcats program (36:30). The interview was done before Fredrick's commitment, but the guys still discuss this week's reported shake-up on the coaching staff (which still isn't official yet) and why it was so important for John Calipari to get this summer's coaching hires right. Also, what will the new staff bring, and will they allow Kentucky to get the swagger back of the early Calipari years? Finally, Jack gives an update as Kentucky pursues a point guard and they briefly discuss the impact Fredrick will have on the team. This is a fun, wide-ranging interview on all things Kentucky hoops that any fan will enjoy. Today's episode is brought to you by ManScaped:If you're looking for a Father's Day gift, go to ManScaped.com for all the best products in the "below the waist" grooming category. Use promo code "TORRES" to get 20 percent off your purchase + free shipping worldwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Aaron wraps up the NFL Draft, discusses a decommitment from Kentucky (and what it means for the program overall) as well as Emoni Bates' decommitment at Michigan State. Finally, a fascinating - and concerning quote - from Steve Kerr on the present and future of basketball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's Friday and we've got a special edition of the Aaron Torres Podcast, as Aaron recaps the entire first round of the NFL Draft. Aaron discusses all the picks from Justin Fields to Mac Jones and Trey Lance and even chats a little bit about the Aaron Rodgers situation in Green Bay. Here's a full rundown of the show: Aaron Rodgers + Justin Fields and Mac Jones: Aaron opens the show by discussing how great it was to see fans back at the draft after last year (2:00), before transitioning to the wild Aaron Rodgers news (6:30). Does Rodgers really want to be traded or just want to embarrass Green Bay and what do both sides do next? From there, Aaron talks about the big draft storylines. He explains why the Bears are now more interesting than they've been in years thanks to the Justin Fields selection (11:00) and why he believes Mac Jones and the Patriots will be a perfect fit (18:00) He wraps wondering what the heck the 49ers plan is with Trey Lance (22:30), why the Bengals would choose a wide receiver over an offensive lineman (potentially getting Joe Burrow killed in the process) (27:00) and did the Lions actually make a smart draft pick? Finally he wraps with a historic night for Bama and an embarrassing night for the Big 12 - which had zero first round picks total. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the NFL Draft set for Thursday, we have the rare Wednesday night Aaron Torres Podcast to get you ready for the big day! Aaron talks the biggest draft storylines, shares his favorite prop bets and welcomes Yahoo Sports NFL Draft expert Eric Edholm to the show. Then he discusses the insane, Mark Emmert contract extension. Here is a full rundown: NFL Draft storylines and prop bets: Aaron opens the show by discussing the most interesting storylines in the lead up to the NFL Draft (3:20). He wonders why it's "controversial" to draft Mac Jones at No. 3, why he believes Justin Fields will go higher than expected, Trey Lance will fall and what will the Bengals do to help Joe Burrow? Finally, with NFL Draft betting booming, he shares his favorite NFL Draft prop bets (22:00). Yahoo Sports NFL Draft insider Eric Edholm joins the show: Next up, Aaron is joined by Yahoo draft expert Eric Edholm for an in-depth breakdown of the draft (36:00). The guys discuss if Zach Wilson is a safe bet at No. 2, why is Justin Fields falling and what other storylines you need to watch in Round 1. Also, how does Eric know which information to trust this time of year and who is lying in draft season. Also, how does a draft expert spend the Monday after the draft? Finally, Aaron wraps by discussing the absurd Mark Emmert contract extension and why this is bad, bad news for college sports (59:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices